The 1959 Austin A40 has 18 ignition parts with verified fitment on this page — 4 part types and 12 brands, covering the 948cc L4 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 1959 Austin A40, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules. 17 parts of the 18 listed are Ignition Coil (10 parts), Spark Plug (5 parts) and Spark Plug Wire (2 parts). The other 1 part type covers the remaining 1 part.
The 1959 Austin A40 came with a single engine, the 948cc L4, and every part is verified against it.
12 brands supply ignition parts for the 1959 Austin A40, led by UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS (3 parts), WELLS (3 parts) and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS (2 parts), plus 9 more brands. Quality grades include Economy and Standard Replacement.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1959 Austin A40. 3 parts have it, including STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T (Ignition Coil) and ACDELCO R44XL (Spark Plug). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Ignition Coil
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular | UC15T | 🇺🇸 US | T-Series | View on Amazon |
| FVP | UC15F | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| HOLSTEIN | 2IGC0058 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| SKP | SKUC15T | 🇺🇸 US | Coil Pack | View on Amazon |
| SPECTRA PREMIUM | C622 | 🇺🇸 US | PackInternal Resistor Coil | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NGK Popular | 48863 | 🇺🇸 US | 12 VoltConnections May be Eyelet or Spade | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | UC15 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS | C15 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS | 5C1063 | 🇺🇸 US | Fits most cars, trucks, tractors & industrial engs6 Volt (Universal Coil) used with external resistor or where resistance wire is an internal part of wiring harness. | View on Amazon |
| WELLS | 5C1019 | 🇺🇸 US | Used on most import products with 12 Volt system with Internal resistorUniversal 12 Volt Coil | View on Amazon |
This table covers the coils that fire each spark plug. Typical signs include a misfire that follows one cylinder, a snap in damp weather, or a coil that is swollen or cracked. Swap a suspect coil with a neighbor to confirm, then replace boots that tore on the way off.
10 Ignition Coil parts for the 1959 Austin A40 come from 8 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, WELLS, FVP and 5 other brands. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T.
The Economy section lists 5 options from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, FVP, HOLSTEIN and 2 other brands — the catalog's value-priced group. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T is listed in this group.
In the Standard Replacement grade, WELLS, NGK, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 1 other brand supply 5 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is NGK 48863.
Ignition Conversion Kit
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS | 1A4153 | 🇺🇸 US | Lucas Distributor # DM2P4, Late DM2 Distributor12 Volt | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Ignition Conversion kits.
One part is listed for the 1959 Austin A40 — WELLS 1A4153.
Spark Plug
Summary: Notes include pre-set gaps of 0.025", 0.026" and 0.034". Replacement brands in this table include CHAMPION, ACDELCO and AUTOLITE.
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO Popular | R44XL | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | ProfessionalConventional | View on Amazon |
| AUTOLITE | 404 | 🇺🇸 US | Copper ResistorPre-Set Gap: 0.034" | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION | 120 | 🇺🇸 US | Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.026" | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION | 123 | 🇺🇸 US | Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.025" | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT | SP466 | 🇺🇸 US | Copper | View on Amazon |
This table covers the spark plugs for this engine. Typical signs include misfire under load, rough idle, or a flashing check-engine light. Verify the gap even on pre-gapped plugs, and replace coil boots that come off a high-mileage engine.
5 Spark Plug parts are listed for the 1959 Austin A40, from CHAMPION, ACDELCO, AUTOLITE and 1 other brand. ACDELCO R44XL carries the "Popular" badge.
This group includes ACDELCO R44XL, AUTOLITE 404 and CHAMPION 120 and the remaining parts above.
Spark Plug Wire
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS | 641 | 🇺🇸 US | Permashield-DelcoreSet | View on Amazon |
| UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS | 640 | 🇺🇸 US | Set | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Spark Plug wires.
2 Spark Plug Wire parts for the 1959 Austin A40 come from UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS.
This group includes UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS 641 and UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS 640.
Buying Ignition Parts for a 1959 Austin A40
On this vehicle, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules.
- Confirm you have the 948cc L4 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace plugs and wires (or coil boots) as a set — one weak cylinder makes the whole set feel bad.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Ignition Coil and Spark Plug .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ignition parts fit the 1959 Austin A40?
Our catalog currently lists 18 ignition parts for the 1959 Austin A40 across 4 subcategories and 12 brands, covering the 948cc L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of ignition problems on a 1959 Austin A40?
Common symptoms include misfires under load, rough idle, flashing check-engine light, or poor starting in damp weather. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What spark-plug gap is listed for the 1959 Austin A40?
Notes on this page include pre-set gaps of 0.025", 0.026" and 0.034". Still verify against spec — even “pre-gapped” plugs should be checked before they go in.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace plugs and wires (or coil boots) as a set — one weak cylinder makes the whole set feel bad.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1959 Austin A40 was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1959 Austin A40?
Every part on this page is matched to the 948cc L4 engine. Then gap matters even on “pre-gapped” plugs — verify against spec, and replace coil boots when they come off a high-mileage engine. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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